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Dr. Gloria Fernandez, Principal 
601 Woodbury Rd. Orlando, FL 32828
Phone (407) 384-1555 Fax (407) 384-1580

Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
 
Discovery Middle is proud to be an Innovation School and Performing Arts Academy!
Explorer Weekly Update
November 5, 2021
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Dear Explorer Families,
Let’s give a round of applause to Mrs. McDonald’s Thespians’ students for their wonderful performances this week.  Great job!
 
Congratulations to our boys and girls volleyball teams on their win against Union Park Middle School and Arbor Ridge.  On Monday, Nov. 8th our team will play at Timber Springs MS at 5:30 p.m. and on Wednesday, Corner Lake MS at 5:00 p.m. Boys will play first; followed by the Girls.  
 
Each November, in celebration of American Education Week, the Foundation brings business and civic leaders into the classrooms - in a fun and engaging way - to talk with students about academics, careers and the future. Volunteers can involve entire middle school classes in projects like a mock election. Some give demonstrations using musical instruments, scientific equipment or teach practical, personal skills to students such as managing a checking account and using credit cards wisely. You can share an educational experience; give students a window into your career; or talk about a favorite vacation, hobby, or even a special teacher who touched your life. Whatever your skills, no matter your topic, there is a classroom of students waiting to hear from you!  Please register at https://ocps.samaritan.com/custom/503/opp_details/86491
If you have any questions, please email sarah.walsh@ocps.net
 
The Health Hero Florida program will be offering flu vaccinations to all students on Nov. 18th at Discovery Middle School.  Consent forms have been distributed to all students.  If you would like your child to participate and receive their flu vaccination, please complete, sign and return the consent form to the school nurse, Mrs. Furman, as soon as possible.  Forms need to be turned in by Nov. 15th.  Consent forms are also available in the clinic and attached to this newsletter.
 
Parents, if your child needs medication during the day (prescription or over the counter) the clinic must have the appropriate paperwork completed.  All medication forms are available on our school website.
 
Please assist your child in keeping up with assignments and checking Canvas for continuous updates on grades.  Also, remind your children to charge their laptops Sunday evening.
 
Thank you for your continued support of Discovery Middle as we “Prevail in Excellence.”
 
Sincerely,
 
Dr. Fernández
Principal

 

Flu Vaccination Authorization Form
Form
ulario de autorización de vacunación contra la influenza

  • 11/4/21-11/6/21: Theater Districts 
  • 11/8/21: Volleyball DMS versus Timber Springs- Away @ 5:30 pm
  • 11/10/21: Volleyball DMS versus Corner Lake- Away @ 5:00 pm 
  • 11/10/21: LIA Fundraiser- HAT DAY!
Each November, in celebration of American Education Week, the Foundation brings business and civic leaders into the classrooms - in a fun and engaging way - to talk with students about academics, careers, and the future.
 
Volunteers can involve entire middle school classes in projects like a mock election. Some give demonstrations using musical instruments, scientific equipment or teach practical, personal skills to students such as managing a checking account and using credit cards wisely.

You can share an educational experience; give students a window into your career; or talk about a favorite vacation, hobby, or even a special teacher who touched your life. Whatever your skills, no matter your topic, there is a classroom of students waiting to hear from you!

You can register at https://ocps.samaritan.com/custom/503/opp_details/86491
If you have any questions, please email sarah.walsh@ocps.net

 
6th Grade ELA and Science are teaming up to conduct a science experiment to end their novel study for A Wrinkle In Time. Students will be conducting the experiment in their science class and then making observations in their ELA class that relates back to the book. If you would like to help donate some of the needed supplies the link below will bring you to an Amazon wish list that the teachers have set up. 
Wish List
Both teams won this week and are undefeated at 3 and 0. Congratulations! Next week's games are away. Monday - Discovery will play at Timber Springs starting at 5:30. We play Corner Lake on Wednesday at 5:00 pm. Come out to support the teams. Go Discovery!
 
11/4/21 KUWTE- Remember to like and subscribe.
The next PTSA meeting is on December 2nd @ 4:30 pm in the Media Center.
Parent Teacher Student Associations (PTSAs) provide youth members with the opportunity to make a difference by developing leadership skills, learning about the legislative process, increasing their self-esteem, and contributing to the school and community. In turn, adult PTSA members gain a new perspective for program development and youth leadership development and acquire a better understanding of the youth of today. 
Joining PTSA does not mean you need to volunteer your time, certainly, if you have time we would love to have you volunteer. Joining PTSA is giving you and your student a voice and the ability to participate and help with student and teacher initiatives throughout the 2021-2022 school year. We would love for everyone to become a member and be an advocate for our students. Hope to see you on Thursday! 

 

PTSA Member Hub
The School Advisory Council is a representative body of teachers, students, parents, support personnel, and community members who assist with the preparation and evaluation of the School Improvement Plan (SIP) and decide how school improvement funds will be spent. The SAC helps the school achieve its goals and increase student learning through the School Improvement process. As a member of SAC, you play an important part in representing our school community and are the voices in helping to better our school performance. We are the liaison for information and communication among students, families and staff at Discovery Middle School. We strive to engage families in the education process by:
● being a source of information and SUPPORT to parents
● WELCOMING new families
● provide a forum to discuss IDEAS and CONCERNS

SAC meetings will be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m in the Media Center. The next meeting will be on November 18th.
 
SAC Interest Form
SAC Information
Laptop Dos and Don'ts

Do
  • Restart your computer at least once a week.
  • Use your laptop only on a hard, flat surface such as a desk or table.
  • Carry your laptop in a bag or backpack.
  • Unplug your device when it is fully charged.
  • Keep your charger out of reach of young children and pets.
  • Carry your device with both hands if moving around during classroom instruction.
Don’t
  • Drop your device, even when in a bag or backpack.
  • Cover or block your device’s air vents when in use.
  • Use your devices near food or drink.
  • Pick the device up by the screen.
  • Use a liquid cleaner to clean the screen of the device.
Skyward is the OCPS adopted Student Information System (SIS) for parent and student access to grades. Instructions for creating a LaunchPad parent account are included below if you do not already have an account created to view student grades. 
Skyward Family Access- Launchpad Directions
OCPS Skyward Family Resources
   


Below are instructions on how to become an observer on your student's canvas account. This will allow you to see the content and gradebook of the different courses.
Parent Observer Set-up
It is important that we remain consistent in adhering to guidelines to help prevent the spread of COVID-19:
  • Face coverings are meant to protect other people in case the wearer is unknowingly infected but does not have symptoms.
  • Physical distancing also called “social distancing,” means keeping a safe space between yourself and other people who are not from your household.
  • Physical distancing combined with mask-wearing can help slow the spread of COVID-19.
  • Encourage alternate means of greeting expressions to assist with physical distancing and maintain separation (i.e. minimize gestures that promote close contact, discourage shaking hands, fist or elbow bumps, and hugging. Instead wave and verbally greet them.)
  • Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. After you have been in a public place and touched an item or surface that may be frequently touched by other people, such as door handles, tables, countertops, chairs, sinks, shared pens, elevator buttons, and microphones. Always wash or sanitize your hands before touching your eyes, nose, or mouth because that’s how germs enter our bodies.
  • Health monitoring and recognizing the signs and symptoms are crucial to help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19.
  • People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
    • Fever or chills
    • Cough
    • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle or body aches
    • Headache
    • New loss of taste or smell
    • Sore throat
    • Congestion or runny nose
    • Nausea or vomiting
    • Diarrhea
For more information, please review the COVID-19 Health and Safety Procedures Manual on the OCPS website.
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